AAT Kings has added three new Make Travel Matter sustainable experiences to its range of tours in Australia.
The escorted tours specialists said the activities have been selected for the social and environmental impact they have on their communities and those who experience them.
There are now more than 30 such activities in the AAT Kings Guided Holidays portfolio across Australia and New Zealand.
Heather Colbourn, senior sales manager, said: “Receiving consistently high guest feedback, these activities resonate with visitors looking for authentic experiences that contribute in a meaningful way to the people and places visited.
“We are happy to be able to offer three new experiences for our tours this year, to offer fresh insight into elements of Western Australia and Northern Territory history and culture.
“Over 100 years of operation we have forged strong relationships with the Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori communities, and we strive to continue bringing to life the rich culture and captivating stories of these cultures.”
The new experiences are the Walkatjara Dot Art Painting Experience, Northern Territory; Kurlaji Wangga, Western Australia; and Mimbi Caves, Western Australia.
The Walkatjara Dot Art Painting Experience features the stories, culture and artistry of the Mutitjulu Community.
In Kurlaji Wangga, clients can explore the Murchison River gorges and learn about the ancient culture of the traditional owners from a Nhanda Elder in a Kurlaji Wangga (Rivergum Talk).
In the Mimbi Caves, clients can learn about First Nations culture and hear stories from a Gooniyandi guide.
Carolyn Tipper, a travel director (guide) for AAT Kings for more than 20 years, said: “Experiencing a guided tour is one of the only ways visitors can learn our history and culture directly from Indigenous and local people.
“The opportunity to absorb information directly from the source is something guests say leave them with an incredible lasting impression of our country.
“One of our most popular tour moments is our ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremony, which can only be done by First Nations people. Guests can find it humbling to be a part of this important tradition, as they are welcomed to share our country for their time here.”
AAT Kings is offering up to 10% off selected guided holidays departing before March 31, 2026, for bookings made before April 17.
An agent sales incentive is also on for bookings made before the same date, with all qualifying bookings being entered into a draw to win prizes such as a £250 spa day, cream tea hampers, and coffee and cake vouchers.
Picture of dot painting workshop, Uluru, Northern Territory, by James Horan